Beating cancer-related fatigue with progressive muscle relaxation

BY Eric Tidline - Social Work Counselor

Cancer-related fatigue is one of the most common issues patients face. Even among patients who have completed cancer treatment, fatigue is one of their foremost concerns.

Fatigue describes a physical and/or mental state of being tired and weak. Physical fatigue and mental fatigue are different, but they often exist together, which can make the experience even more frustrating.

However, it is often possible to curb cancer-related...

What to expect when you get an ultrasound

BY Kellie Bramlet

We typically associate an ultrasound scan with pregnancies, but many doctors use them to take a look at a patient's organs, especially during...

How I've made traveling for cancer treatment easier

BY Carol A. Turni

I never thought I'd hear the words: "You have breast cancer." But when I did, they turned out to be one of those moments that defined...

Why a sarcoma patient loved celebrating the holidays at MD Anderson

BY Cara Sorrell

In December 2011, I was preparing for sarcoma surgery and knew I'd soon be using a wheelchair or walker.

With all that ahead of me,...

11 tips for cancer caregivers from our Facebook community

BY MD Anderson

At MD Anderson, we consider our cancer caregivers to be cancer survivors, too. After all, our caregivers walk every step of the way with our...

4 holiday party tips for cancer patients

BY Kristine Keeney

For many, the holidays mean food and fun with friends and family. But for us cancer patients and survivors, the holidays mean the stress that...

Why I'm thankful after my esophageal cancer diagnosis

BY Mary Ginley

Last fall, I had trouble swallowing. I assumed it was acid reflux and went to the doctor for some swallow tests. My doctor also suspected...

What my kids should know about sun safety

BY Amanda Woodward

Sometimes I ponder the inevitable conversation with my kids about my melanoma diagnosis. I know I can dodge the subject for a while and chalk...

A stem cell transplant patient looks to returning home

BY Harley Hudson

I decided to keep a diary of my stem cell transplant experience so it might help others in preparing for their stem cell transplants.&nbsp...